Zucchini Corn Fritters

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Yield 1-1/2 dozen
Test Kitchen Approved
Fresh zucchini and corn are mixed with parmesan cheese, garlic powder and green onions to create a golden brown, chewy, tender fried delicacy. Serve it as an appetizer with spicy sriracha mayo or as a side dish to grilled chicken or fish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 2 cups shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • Oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in zucchini, corn, Parmesan and green onion.
  2. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1/4-in. frying oil over medium heat. Working in batches, drop batter by 2 tablespoonfuls into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, 1-2 minutes on each side, carefully turning once. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

1 fritter: 87 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Fresh zucchini and corn are mixed with parmesan cheese, garlic powder and green onions to create a golden brown, chewy, tender fried delicacy. Serve it as an appetizer with spicy sriracha mayo or as a side dish to grilled chicken or fish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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